Why Australia needs National Broadband Network

September 22, 2013 4:23 am

The Australian government's $36 billion investment in the National Broadband Network is set to revolutionise more than just the way we stream videos. A super-fast fibre-to-node network, it will afford Australians better provision of vital services such as â€˜Telehealth', enhance learning opportunities through things like remote learning and interactive whiteboards, as well as boosting the economy through essential tools like video conferencing, enhanced data sharing and transfer and a more reliable internet connection for retailers.

What Makes NBN So Special?

It's the first wholesale, open access network and is envisioned to be in every home, school, college, library and workplace by 2023. As a national service, it carries with it a firm commitment to improving the communications infrastructure of the country through a carefully maintained and monitored network. It will include phone as well as internet solutions, a popular move for the many businesses that use technologies like VoIP systems. Further, the flexibility afforded the option of a fibre, fixed wireless or satellite connection means communications solutions tailored to your individual needs.

The Advantages of NBN Broadband

Internet use is increasing, as much as devices used to access the internet are improving. The technology we used to use is out-dated by the day, and our old service providers and copper infrastructure struggle to keep up with demand. Internet traffic grew by 21 per cent in 2010 alone, and the network is a necessary move to ensure the projected increase of 50 per cent over the coming years. The national network isn't just about superfast speeds, however, it's about delivering the kind of service provision required to help Australia compete on a global level.

Who Benefits Most from the New Network?

Greater bandwidth benefits both domestic and commercial customers. In the household, a reliable connection and increased speeds are essential for keeping in touch with everyone from friends and family to employers, retailers, colleagues and schools. As an example, uploading a large image folder will typically take 15 minutes on a standard ADSL2+ connection, and only 20 seconds on the new network. For businesses, the ability to send large files, conduct videoconferencing without glitches and streamline communications systems has obvious and immediate benefits.

Keeping Up With the Times

The new network is planned to be a feature of 93 per cent of all homes over the coming years. The NBN rollout will connect every business with every customer, every pupil with every school, every office with every employee, and every device with every other device. It's a case of keeping up with the changing face of Australia's communications landscape, and ensuring you're able to keep up with your colleagues and neighbours. The benefits are expected to significantly impact media and entertainment, gaming, remote learning, online health services, videoconferencing, online shopping, working from home and a host of other areas.

Finding the Right ISP for your NBN plan

With the rolling-out of a world-class network, everyone in Australia is guaranteed the best communications network available. All that remains is the right Internet Service Provider (ISP), and how you go about choosing the NBN broadband plan that's right for you. Switching to a network that will become the standard option in the very near future is a simple process, and a good ISP will go to great lengths to help you, offer diverse broadband plan options and help you make the best NBN broadband connection choice.

When switching from your existing ADSL2+ to NBN broadband minimal disruptions are to be expected as you are not required to switch from your current internet service provider. But in some cases, a new line is required which means that the optical fibre cables will need to be laid underground and connected to your property. This kind of a connection should be performed by a qualified NBN technician.

Kidal D. is author at LeraBlog. The author's views are entirely his/her own and may not reflect the views and opinions of LeraBlog staff. Chief editor and author at LERAblog, writing useful articles and HOW TOs on various topics. Particularly interested in topics such as Internet, advertising, SEO, web development, and business.